| ...ble in eight colors, kemiko stone tone stain is the perfect choice for
both interior and exterior surfaces. often used for commercial purposes,
concrete staining lends a clean, attractive look to driveways, patios, walkways
and entrances. it is perfect for high-traffic areas and is very affordable.
kemiko stone tone wax or sealer can be applied to further enhance depth of color
and provid... |
| ...give your driveway, walkway or patio a fresh new look. with h&c® concrete
stains and sealers, decorating those surfaces can be as much fun as decorating
your home's interior. you can even create a custom look with our pre-designed,
easy-to-use h&c stencils.
cost-effective protection
you don't need to replace your concrete walkways, patios or driveways to achieve
the look you desire. h&... |
| ...ick pavers are durable, versatile building materials made from clay that is molded and kiln-fired to create sturdy, rectangular blocks, ideal for outdoor flooring. commonly used for patios, walkways, driveways, and garden paths, brick pavers are known for their classic, timeless appeal and ability to withstand heavy foot traffic and weather conditions. they come in various colors, from traditional... |
| ...nded or rectangular stones traditionally made from natural materials like granite, basalt, or limestone, known for their old-world charm and exceptional durability. these pavers are commonly used for driveways, pathways, plazas, and courtyards, adding a timeless, rustic aesthetic that enhances the character of outdoor spaces. cobblestones are highly resistant to wear and weathering, making them id... |
| ...ing blocks that fit together like a puzzle, forming a strong, stable surface without the need for mortar. typically made from materials like concrete, clay, or stone, these pavers are widely used for driveways, patios, walkways, and plazas due to their durability and ease of installation. the interlocking design distributes weight evenly, preventing movement and making them ideal for high-traffic ... |
| ...concrete's not just for your ordinary gray driveway anymore. because of its flexibility, it can take on color, texture, and shape, mimicking other, more costly flooring materials. and it offers long-term performance.
concrete flooring comes precast, cast-in-place, or in the form of concrete floor tiles. it can be poured right over a concrete slab structure. portland cement, water, sand, and coar... |
| ...n the house by herself, but things started to pile up and soon the house was in need of serious repairs.
"there were a lot of unknowns on what was wrong in the house - from mildew and mold to the driveway that needed to be replaced, the list goes on," raphael said.
when it comes to downsizing your living space, you can start preparing with these steps.
1. determine what's next. think ab... |
| ...ns at the most inopportune moments," says carissa gingras, director of marketing for global support at briggs & stratton corporation. "these simple steps will help keep you headache-free and your driveway clear."
inspect and replace the spark plug. change your spark plug every 100 hours. the good news is they're inexpensive and easy to replace. follow this how-to video to lea... |
| ... the lawn
the lawn mower can't reach every place that grass grows. so after mowing, you're often left with long grass sticking up around trees and flower beds, as well as along sidewalks, patios and driveways. when you trim, you leave your lawn neat and tidy.
trimming is cutting the edges of your lawn horizontally. it levels unmowed grass so it's even with the rest of the lawn. string trimmers... |
| ...erimeter of the home indoors and out, paying special attention to gaps in the walls, doors and windows where insects can enter the home.
patch the walk
before summer officially begins, check the driveways and walkways. if they’re pitted, chipped or cracked, consider repairing them and re-sealing with an asphalt or concrete sealer. patching these surfaces helps stop ants from nesting near the ... |
| ... that the experts at ames true temper recommends you keep around the house so that you are prepared for a winter storm:
* tip #1: it's a great idea to lay salt and sand before and after it snows on driveways and walk-ways to prevent slipping and facilitate ice melting.
* tip #2: make sure flashlights, candles, matches and a battery powered radio are all kept in an easy to reach location so you'... |
| ... and don't forget to keep walkways safe for your family and neighbors with ice melt.
not all ice melters are effective in melting ice at subzero temperatures, and some melters can harm sidewalks, driveways and vegetation more than others. some products on the market claim to be pet-safe but actually contain chlorides which can be harmful to pets digestive systems if ingested, and which can be ... |
| ...storm water runoff can be a big problem during heavy thunderstorms. as the water rushes across roofs and driveways, it picks up oil and other pollutants. municipal storm water treatment plants often can't handle the deluge of water, and in many locations the untreated water ends up in natural waterways. the epa estimates as much as 70 percent of the pollution in our streams, rivers, and lakes is c... |